Collection: Hatches

Choosing the right hatch starts with knowing its purpose on the boat. Ventilation hatches from VETUS, available in the ALTUS and MAGNUS lines, are designed to move air through cabins and berths, while their larger escape hatch versions meet offshore safety requirements for emergency egress. Lewmar's flush and flat-base deck hatches in Size 60 and 70 suit sailboat cabins where a low profile matters and structural integrity under load is a priority. Sea-Dog's Triple Lock rectangular hatches offer a straightforward solution for storage compartments, available in black or white to match your deck, and their stainless steel and nylon hatch springs are worth having on hand for maintenance. Beckson rounds out the range with ASA-material flush hatches and drain ports suited to lighter-duty applications like lazarettes and cockpit lockers.

Before ordering, measure your existing cutout carefully and compare it against the product's outside diameter or frame dimensions, since sizing conventions vary across brands. VETUS lists OD measurements, Lewmar uses a numeric size system, and Beckson and Sea-Dog give frame dimensions in inches, so cross-referencing is essential to avoid a poor fit. Consider the deck material and thickness when selecting mounting hardware, and check whether a replacement spring or hatch needs to match an existing brand for compatibility. White finishes suit traditional fiberglass decks while black works well on newer composite or dark-colored surfaces.